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SporTV is expected to broadcast the Libertadores again after seven years

Grupo Globo is close to finalizing the purchase of the second paid broadcasting rights package for the Copa Libertadores for the 2027 to 2030 cycle. As a result, SporTV is expected to air the competition again after seven years. Currently, Paramount holds the package.

What does the package negotiated between Conmebol and Globo include?

The negotiated package includes 76 matchups, one priority pick, and the Libertadores final. Therefore, the final is the main new feature of the deal with Conmebol.

This is because, in previous negotiations, the Libertadores final was not part of the second batch of rights. So, including the decider in the package reinforces Conmebol’s interest in expanding access to the match that determines the competition’s champion.

Who competed with Globo for the package?

The main competitor for the rights package was Paramount itself. The American broadcaster even considered withdrawing from the current contract, which expires in 2026. However, the company decided to maintain the investment to continue broadcasting the Libertadores.

However, Globo increased its offer to expand SporTV’s sports lineup. As a result, the dispute over the rights became even fiercer in recent months.

What is the status of the 2025 Libertadores?

While the negotiations move forward, the 2025 edition of the Libertadores is entering its final stages. Corinthians, Estudiantes (ARG), Independiente del Valle (ECU), Flamengo, Palmeiras, LDU (ECU), Fluminense, and Platense (ARG) are playing in the quarterfinals.

What is Flamengo’s situation in the Libertadores?

Flamengo won the first leg against Independiente del Valle, at the altitude of Quito, 2-0. Bruno Henrique and Léo Pereira scored the goals for the Rubro-Negro. In other words, Mengão can even lose by one goal in the return leg and still secure a place in the semifinal.

However, if Del Valle wins by two goals, the semifinal spot will be decided on penalties. Thus, the advantage built in Quito puts Flamengo in a comfortable position for the second leg.

Flamengo are the current Libertadores champions

Flamengo are the current Copa Libertadores da América champions. The team, coached at the time by Filipe Luís, beat Palmeiras 1-0 in the grand final, with a goal by Danilo, in Lima, Peru.

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